1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 130 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
